At a Glance
- Tasks: Ensure safety and security for DWP staff and visitors while patrolling and responding to emergencies.
- Company: Join Mitie, a leader in security services with a commitment to community safety.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible benefits, virtual GP access, and competitive pay options.
- Other info: Inclusive recruitment process with training and development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing valuable skills.
- Qualifications: Previous security experience and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 11 - 14 £ per hour.
Better places, thriving communities.
Location: Scarborough & surrounding Areas (Including but not limited to Bridlington, Whitby and York)
- Hourly Rate: £13.45
- Shift pattern: Hours to be discussed at interview
At Mitie, we are eagerly looking for passionate security enthusiasts to join our Security Guard teams nationwide for our new, exciting project with the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a professional and dedicated team that makes a difference in communities across the United Kingdom.
- Job Overview
- Ensure a safe and secure environment for the DWP staff, visitors, and property.
- Patrol the premises regularly to identify potential security threats.
- Respond effectively to emergencies or suspicious situations.
- Liaise with local law enforcement and emergency services as needed.
- Provide a high level of customer service and assist staff and visitors in any security-related matter.
- Conduct routine security checks and submit incident reports as appropriate.
- Adhere to Mitie and DWP security policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Full UK driving licence required.
- Security and Health & Safety
- Look out for, and immediately report, any health & safety hazards or potential hazards on site.
- Stay alert to any threats or changes within the work environment to take the appropriate action to reduce the chance of disruption, loss or damage.
- Use common sense and initiative by immediately involving others if a situation appears to become threatening.
- Maintain professional conduct in the face of difficult situations and challenging customers.
- Complete an accurate, detailed notebook entry as soon as possible after any incident, which can then be used as part of the Incident Report process.
- Keep to schedules and demonstrate commitment to Mitie and the client.
- Call emergency services and the Communication Centre to report all incidents.
- What we are looking for
- Previous Security Experience.
- DS Licence preferred.
- Full UK driving licence required.
Benefits
Our market‑leading flexible benefits scheme provides you with benefits that suit your lifestyle.
We provide a virtual GP for you and members of your household, offering expert advice by video or phone without leaving your home.
Our Salary Finance scheme allows you to access 50% of your earned pay before payday for a small fee, and offers competitive loans.
You’ll receive a link to our flexible benefits platform, Choices, which lets you customise your benefits.
You can choose from dental insurance, dining cards, coffee clubs, technology products at an affordable cost and more.
We offer high street discounts through the Mi Deals platform, a cycle‑to‑work scheme, and life cover equal to the greater of your equivalent annual salary or a minimum of £10,000.
Additional perks include a save‑as‑you‑earn scheme, Mitie Matching Share Plan (you could even be awarded free shares), and Mitie Stars for recognising hard work.
We offer targeted training and development opportunities through a wide range of learning resources.
We strive to keep our recruitment process inclusive and accessible to all.
If you have a disability or long‑term condition and need reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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Contact Details:
Mitie Cleaning & Hygiene Services Recruitment Team
